OK! OPPORTUNITY IS HERE! Don't miss out on this charming cottage located in the highly sought after ''Saint Streets'', in Downtown Lafayette! Besides many ''walking distance'' perks, dining, shopping, ULL Sports, Cajundome Events, it is prime location for college students. Located on this safe and friendly street, this house won't last long. It features a brand-new HVAC System; all windows have been changed for efficiency and durability. The gas stove/oven, refrigerator, and washer/dryer remain with the house! Beautiful original oak floors are refinished...we are move in ready! Easy to show!
Single-familyProperty Type
5,883 sq ftLot Size
$142Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by • Coldwell Banker Trahan Real Estate Group
Bought with Diane Navarre• Better Homes, Ranches & Properties
SOLD BEFORE LISTED. Cute Saints Street cottage with lots of windows including a sunroom at rear of home. New architectural shingle roof, single carport, central air & heat, wood floors in living room, updated bath.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,822 (−1.1%)
$1,765 + $15,754
$17,519
2024
$1,843 (+23.4%)
$1,765 + $15,754
$17,519
2023
$1,494
$1,765 + $12,518
$14,283
2022
$1,494 (−0.3%)
$1,765 + $12,518
$14,283
2021
$1,499 (+0.3%)
$1,765 + $12,518
$14,283
2020
$1,494 (+167.3%)
$1,765 + $12,518
$14,283
2019
$559 (−32.3%)
$1,765 + $12,518
$14,283
2018
$826
$1,765 + $12,518
$14,283
2017
$825 (−23.5%)
$1,765 + $12,518
$14,283
2016
$1,078 (+218.0%)
$1,200 + $9,384
$10,584
2013
$339
$1,200 + $7,500
$8,700
Tax history for 257 Ridgewood St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,822 (−1.1%)
$1,765 + $15,754
$17,519
2024
$1,843 (+23.4%)
$1,765 + $15,754
$17,519
2023
$1,494
$1,765 + $12,518
$14,283
2022
$1,494 (−0.3%)
$1,765 + $12,518
$14,283
2021
$1,499 (+0.3%)
$1,765 + $12,518
$14,283
2020
$1,494 (+167.3%)
$1,765 + $12,518
$14,283
2019
$559 (−32.3%)
$1,765 + $12,518
$14,283
2018
$826
$1,765 + $12,518
$14,283
2017
$825 (−23.5%)
$1,765 + $12,518
$14,283
2016
$1,078 (+218.0%)
$1,200 + $9,384
$10,584
2013
$339
$1,200 + $7,500
$8,700
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
—
Lot width
50 ft.
Lot depth
117 ft.
Lot size
5,884 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1979
Sq. Ft.
1,210
Year built
1946
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lafayette Parish
APN
6048606
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 15, 2026.
RS-1
Residential Single Family District
The RS districts implement the Residential future land use category of PlanLafayette by providing for predominantly detached, single family neighborhoods. The dimensional standards accommodate a variety of densities and lot sizes.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Religious facility
Day care facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Educational/school
Fire house
Police station
Agriculture-Cropland
Jun 6, 2024 • Final
Residential
Replace the electrical panel, meter, and riser.
Electrical
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Garage Information
Has Carport
Carport Spaces: 1
Parking Information
Parking Total: 1
Covered Spaces: 1
Interior
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 1
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Window Unit(s)
Has Cooling
Heating: Central, Natural Gas
Has Heating
Interior Features
Interior Features: High Ceilings, Granite Counters
Window Features: Window Treatments, Double Pane Windows
Appliances: Dryer, Gas Cooktop, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Stove Con
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
Exterior
Exterior Features
Fencing: Chain Link, Wood
Roof: Composition
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Wood Siding, Frame
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: 41 - 50 Years
Road Frontage Type: City Street, Paved
Location
HOA Information
Association Fee: 0
School Information
Elementary School: Woodvale
Middle Or Junior School: Lafayette
High School: Lafayette
Location Information
Directions: Congress Stress heading towards Downtown. Right on 3rd street pass the Cajun Dome, house is midway down on the Left.
Utility Information
Gas: Gas: Atmos
Sewer: Public Sewer
Electric: Elec: City
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 1,210
Stories: —
Lot Size: 5,884 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1946
Year Renovated: 1979
County: Lafayette Parish
APN: 6048606
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 15, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Photos Count: 9
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Truman Early Childhood Education Center
Public PreK-K • Assigned • 1.6mi
L.J. Alleman Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.1mi
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Lafayette High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.7mi
9/10
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Climate risks
6/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 61-75% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 108° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
9/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$172,000 – $208,000
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